Jerry Boies, Esq.

York and providing strategic courtroom advocacy from pre-suit investigation through trial and appeal.



Jerry’s practice focuses on civil rights, employment law, wage and hour disputes, and complex commercial litigation. He is committed to representing individuals whose rights have been violated by powerful institutions, including police departments, city and federal governments, correctional facilities, and private employers.

Civil Rights and Police Misconduct

Jerry represents clients in a wide range of civil rights matters, holding government entities accountable when constitutional rights are violated. His experience includes cases involving:



• Police misconduct, including excessive force and false arrest;
• Unlawful searches and seizures, including searches conducted without a warrant or probable cause;
• Wrongful or fatal police shootings;
• Malicious prosecution and abuse of process;
• Civil rights violations by city, state, or federal government agencies; or
• Violations occurring within jails and prisons, including excessive force and unconstitutional conditions of confinement.

Jerry is dedicated to ensuring that individuals and families receive justice when their fundamental rights are infringed.

Employment and Workplace Rights

In the workplace, Jerry advocates for employees facing discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination. He represents individuals in matters involving:



• Sexual harassment and hostile work environments;
• Race, gender, pregnancy, disability, religion, and age discrimination;
• Retaliation against employees who report unlawful conduct or workplace misconduct; or
• Wrongful termination and whistleblower claims.

Wage and Hour Litigation

Jerry also represents employees in wage and hour disputes, including individual and class or collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and analogous state laws. His experience includes:



• Unpaid overtime and minimum wage violations
• Employee misclassification as independent contractors
• Failure to provide required wages or benefits
• Scheduling and compensation violations

Sports and Athletic Representation

As an experienced marathoner, cyclist and soccer player, Jerry is increasingly involved in the representation of sports teams and athletic organizations, including soccer teams and other athletic entities. He provides strategic legal counsel on a variety of matters affecting sports organizations while continuing to maintain an active trial docket. This growing area of his practice reflects his passion for sports and commitment to supporting athletes and sports institutions.

International Background and Languages

Jerry is a native of Haiti and is fluent in French and Haitian Creole. His linguistic and cultural background enables him to effectively represent a diverse and international clientele and to connect with communities that are often underserved in the legal system.

Community and Personal Commitment

Jerry remains deeply committed to community engagement and public service. He supports initiatives that promote access to justice, civil rights, and equality, reflecting his dedication not only to his clients but also to the broader community.

Eduation

J.D., North Carolina Central University School of Law

M.L.S., North Carolina Central University School of Library Sciences

B.S., Metropolitan College of New York

Courts Admitted

All New York State Courts

All New Jersey State Courts

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York

U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois

U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska

Professional Memberships

American Bar Association – Member

New York City Bar Association – Member

New York State Bar Association – Member

The National Black Lawyers – Member

Delta Mu Delta – Honorary Member

Languages

Haitian Creole (fluent)

French (fluent)

You can contact Jerry at:

Office: (212) 729-0085
Direct Line: (646) 706-2482
Address: 535 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10017
Email: jboies@boieslaw.com

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